Human Resource & Safety Director
CurrentWith extensive operations experience, provided human resource objectives from the understanding and business acumen needed from an operational point of view. Managed human resources activities at the largest North Sails manufacturing facility in North America and oversaw Human Resources for all US locations. Ability to collaborate with management to identify necessary staffing and build effective workforce through seasonal fluctuations using innovative human resource programs. Working with managers and supervisors on employee relations issues in multiple locations and divisions. Developed training programs based on ranging from first-line supervisors to management in order to facilitate recruiting and organizational development as part of maintaining our skilled team and increase employee morale. Implemented recruiting programs and developed hiring process to ensure a fit between candidates and jobs.Oversaw plant and facility safety programs continually implementing improvements to reduce injuries and protect employees. Developed and trained various safety programs to increase worker safety. Responsible for implementing new timekeeping system including set-up, installation and rolled out to all locations in the US.Protected the company from financial and legal issues through managing employee issue, completing investigations, managing legal and government matters and reducing workers compensation claims/costs.Responsible for developing company policies, procedures as needed for all locations. Released first ever company wide Employee Handbook.As an international company, would handle immigration VISA for employees transferring to the US and occasional international personnel issues.